Izaak Schwaiger is an advocate and champion for the rights of regular people. A decorated veteran of the United States Marine Corps, a former Sonoma County prosecutor, and a respected presence in the courtroom, Mr. Schwaiger has devoted his practice to defending the criminally accused and upholding the civil rights of those who have been wronged by the police. Following ten years of service to his country in the Marine Corps, Izaak enrolled in law school at the University of Wyoming, where he did not graduate with honors, but was named "most likely to become a rockstar." Called the...

Santa Rosa criminal defense lawyer Ronald Dinan is the founder of Ronald Dinan & Associates, where he and a team of legal professionals offer diligent representation to Northern California residents who have found themselves charged with a crime. In his nearly 40-year career, Mr. Dinan has handled 12,000+ cases, and as a result he has a sophisticated understanding of the California justice system. He is a member of a number of professional organizations, including California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and National College for DUI Defense. In 2013, he founded the VA Free Legal...

I was raised in San Diego and after graduating from the University of Arizona, returned to San Diego to earn my law degree at California Western. I've amassed a broad range of experience in both criminal and civil law to best serve my clients in Northern California. Our family is involved in the sport of Fencing which keeps all of us in shape and we are big supporters of FFA, 4H and Santa Rosa French-American Charter School.

Attorney Daniel Beck is a lawyer with more than 35 years of family law, employment law, labor law, criminal law, medical marijuana law, personal injury, civil litigation, real estate, and business law experience. Mr. Beck has practiced before the Superior and Appellate courts of California and the Federal Courts of Nevada, Idaho and Washington D.C. He is a member in good standing with the California Bar Association. Beck Law P.C., headquartered in Santa Rosa California provides legal services to Sonoma County, Mendocino County and Lake County California including Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Cotati, Rohnert Park, Sebastopol, Healdsburg, Sonoma, Kenwood, Glen Ellen,...

Wilber Law began with a love of criminal defense. We’ve expanded to include other areas of law, but the ability to advocate for the rights we all share under the Constitution of the United States is an honor and a privelege. Without lawyers willing to take on this difficult task, police would have free reign to invade our privacies and courts would have free reign to convict people charged of crimes without a fair process. This crucial work speaks to our hearts. It is said that you can measure the moral fiber of a society by...

First licensed to practice law in 1984, Kevin has devoted his career to representing accident victims and their families. A veteran trial attorney, he is despised by the insurance companies and trusted and respected by his clients and colleagues. Kevin has spent nearly all his life in the San Francisco Bay Area. He attended Sonoma State University, graduating in 1981 with a bachelor’s degree in Management and a second degree Economics, awarded “With Distinction.” He went on to study law at Golden Gate University School of Law, earning his Juris Doctor degree, “With Honors” in 1984. Kevin is...

I am an experienced Santa Rosa criminal defense attorney at your service to handle the most difficult criminal matters. It is my belief that the best defense is through early, aggressive action and my record of results more than supports this concept. If we cannot get the deal we want from the state, I am more than happy to let the jury decide and fight every step of the way.

The Law Office of James V. Sansone was founded with the goal of providing individuals and local business owners with a meaningful and cost-efficient alternative to large law firms. We are pleased to offer experienced legal representation, while still offering reasonable rates that are favorable to what clients might expect in a large law firm setting.
Personal service is also a priority at our firm. When people face difficult legal challenges, they need a dedicated advocate who will take time to answer their questions, explain their rights, return their phone calls and keep them informed about the status of their case....

David J Hamilton has a busy practice in Santa Rosa, California. He has very competent staff, including three paralegals and a Law Clerk with his Juris Doctor Degree. The areas of practice include restraining order prosecution and defense, child custody, child support, divorce, as well as criminal defense of various types.

The Law Offices of Evan E. Zelig, P.C. is a Criminal Defense law office dedicated to defending clients charged with all misdemeanor and felony offenses. We represent clients facing charges in all State and Federal Courts within California. Our office is located in downtown Santa Rosa, California and is located just minutes from the Sonoma County Hall of Justice (Courthouse) and the Jail Detention Facilities. Our location allows us to regularly appear in court in Sonoma County, Napa County, Marin County and Lake County when needed.
Our office has successfully handled a vast array of criminal cases involving: DUI, Gang Related...

Jason is a member of the State Bar of California. Before moving to Sonoma County, he spent six years on active duty as a logistics officer in the United States Marine Corps. Upon receiving an honorable discharge, he attended Santa Clara University School of Law. He worked as a Deputy Public Defender in Fresno County before entering the NYU School of Law Master of Laws program. He has consulted for the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization and the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative; clerked for Human Rights Watch and Human Rights Law Network; and guest lectured at...

I am a sole practitioner in Santa Rosa, California, practicing exclusively in criminal defense in Sonoma County and the surrounding areas.
I provide excellent criminal defense legal representation and am committed to provide every client with the best service I can.

Are you searching for a criminal defense lawyer in Santa Rosa who can represent you? If so, it may be in your best interest to contact The Law Office of Joe Bisbiglia. Attorney Bisbiglia has over 10 years of experience in the field, during which he has handled thousands of criminal cases. By focusing solely on the practice of criminal defense, Mr. Bisbiglia is able to maintain a thorough understanding of the criminal justice system. With extensive misdemeanor and felony trial experience, he will not hesitate to take a case to trial if it is necessary in helping his client...

Paul Lozada is an established and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney serving Santa Rosa and Sonoma County, CA. After completing his enlistment in the USMC, Paul went on to have a 20 year career in Law Enforcement before earning his license to practice law in 2007. Since then, Paul has been using his experience to successfully represent clients facing criminal charges. His vast expertise in criminal investigations, gives him an advantage in the courtroom and makes him one of the most knowledgeable defense attorneys in Sonoma County.

Michael C. Li is a successful defense lawyer with years of experience in criminal defense. A prior prosecuting attorney, Li was able to gain unique experience with how the justice service works in Northern California. Now at his own law office, Michael Li has helped thousands of clients get back on their feet after being charged with a crime. Handling cases such as Robbery, DUI, Violence, Vehicular Homicides and Sex crimes, Mr. Li will work with you and your case to help represent and protect your future.

When individuals or businesses are involved in any form of litigation, they want an attorney who offers face-to-face contact and provides valuable legal services at competitive and reasonable costs. The Law Offices of Frank S. Moore, APC in San Francisco and Healdsburg, California, has attorneys on staff and "of counsel" that are committed and dedicated to clients and have extensive experience in the following areas of practice: • Business Litigation • Appeals and Writs • Federal and White Collar Criminal Defense • Wrongful Death • Personal Injury • Civil Rights • Disability...

Criminal law addresses the government's prosecution of individuals who have been accused of committing a crime. Such laws may be federal, state, or local. The prosecution represents the people of a particular jurisdiction, and acts on behalf of the government by bringing a case against an accused. Under the U.S. Constitution, a person accused of a crime may have the right to a criminal defense attorney during interrogations and certain other times before and during a trial.

Whether you are under police investigation, have been arrested, or are facing charges, having an advocate familiar with the criminal justice system.

Most jurisdictions classify crimes as felonies or misdemeanors, with felonies being the more serious offenses with the possibility of more severe sentences. Some criminal lawyers focus on a specific area of criminal defense law, such as white-collar crime, drug offenses, theft crimes, or violent crimes. You should consult with a criminal defense lawyer early on in the process to preserve options, such as diversion programs or plea bargains.

When hiring a criminal defense attorney, you should evaluate the experience and fee structure of the attorney. Some offer a free consultation to discuss your case.

Accomplice liability:
If a person aids, assists, or encourages another in the commission of a crime, they are criminally liable as an accomplice to the crime.

Self-defense:
The claim that an act otherwise criminal was legally justifiable because it was necessary to protect a person or property from the threat or action of another.